PORTS IN AMAPÁ AND RONDÔNIA RECORD CARGO THROUGHPUT GROWTH IN APRIL

In April, the public ports of Amapá and Rondônia saw strong growth in cargo movement, mainly driven by soybeans. Amapá’s Santana Terminal grew 35%, handling 382,000 tons—254,000 of which were soybeans. Rondônia’s Porto Velho Terminal moved 253,000 tons, an 8% increase, with soybeans leading at 237,000 tons. These figures highlight the growing importance of the Northern Region in Brazil’s logistics network. The leasing of Terminal MCP03 at the Port of Santana will bring R$89 million in investments and nearly double its capacity by 2049. Additionally, the government plans to privatize the Madeira River waterway, with expected investments of R$149 million to enhance navigation and expand cargo flow. Despite 2024’s drought, the corridor moved 10 million tons, with potential for 25 million. Passenger transport will remain free, preserving social access.
Source: Informativo dos Portos / Datamar News